Polyamide / Nylon Castors
Swivel castor with wheel brake 55 mm
The Stylea swivel castor with wheel brake features a blind hole for B10 fitting system for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem, swivelling bearing mechanism that ensures smooth directional changes under load. The wheel assembly consists of a 55mm diameter wheel with a polyamide body and tread material that is identical with the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst the plain bearing with spacer tube design delivers reliable rotation with minimal maintenance requirements. The castor has an overall height of 57mm, making it suitable for low-profile installations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 40kg at speeds up to 3km/h and a static load capacity of 80kg. This castor is specifically designed for bedside tables, furniture, media furniture, office chairs, and office furniture applications where manoeuvrability and braking functionality are essential.
Swivel castor with wheel brake 55 mm
The Stylea swivel castor with wheel brake features a blind hole for B10 fitting system for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem, swivelling bearing mechanism that ensures smooth directional changes under load. The wheel assembly comprises a 55mm diameter wheel with a polyamide body and tread material that is identical with the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst the plain bearing with spacer tube design delivers reliable rotation with minimal maintenance requirements. The castor has an overall height of 57mm, making it suitable for low-profile installations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 40kg at speeds up to 3km/h and a static load rating of 80kg. This castor is specifically designed for bedside tables, furniture, media furniture, office chairs, and office furniture applications where manoeuvrability and braking functionality are essential.
Linea light
The Linea light swivel castor features a blind hole for B10 fitting system for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem, swivelling bearing mechanism that ensures smooth directional changes and reliable operation. The wheel assembly consists of a 65 mm diameter polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system for consistent rolling performance. With an overall height of 68 mm, this compact castor offers excellent manoeuvrability in confined spaces. The unit provides a dynamic load capacity of 50 kg at speeds up to 3 km/h and a static load capacity of 100 kg, making it suitable for anaesthesia carts, bedside tables, C-arms, CT scanners, MRI, X-ray equipment, catering carts, meal delivery systems, computers on wheels, dialysis carts, furniture, hospital applications, media furniture, medication carts, nursing and retirement homes, nursing carts, office chairs, office furniture, ultrasound equipment, ventilators, and professional cleaning carts.
Linea light
The Linea light swivel castor features a blind hole for B10 fitting system for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem, swivelling bearing mechanism that ensures smooth directional changes and reliable operation. The wheel assembly consists of a 65 mm diameter polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing with spacer tube configuration for consistent performance and longevity. The castor has an overall height of 68 mm, making it suitable for compact installations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 50 kg at speeds up to 3 km/h and a static load capacity of 100 kg, providing excellent performance for medical equipment including anaesthesia carts, bedside tables, C-arms, CT scanners, MRI and X-ray systems, catering carts, computers on wheels, dialysis equipment, furniture applications, medication carts, office chairs, ultrasound devices, ventilators, and professional cleaning carts across hospitals, nursing homes, and office environments.
Swivel castor with spring loaded directional lock 80 mm
The Alpha reverse is a swivel castor with spring loaded directional lock featuring a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and reliable locking functionality. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst the 80 mm diameter wheel runs on a roller bearing system for enhanced durability and reduced rolling resistance. The castor has an overall height of 108 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg, making it ideal for automotive OEM applications, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting equipment, machine construction, production and platform trolleys, tool cabinets, work benches, and general transport equipment.
Swivel castor with spring loaded directional lock 100 mm
The Alpha reverse is a swivel castor with spring loaded directional lock featuring a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and reliable locking functionality. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst the 100 mm diameter wheel runs on a roller bearing system for enhanced durability and reduced rolling resistance. The castor has an overall height of 128 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg, making it ideal for automotive OEM applications, catering carts, container construction, electronic systems, fire fighting technology, machine construction, production trolleys, tool cabinets, work benches, and transport equipment.
Swivel castor with spring loaded directional lock 125 mm
The Alpha reverse is a swivel castor with spring loaded directional lock featuring a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and reliable locking functionality. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst the 125 mm diameter wheel runs on a roller bearing system for enhanced durability and reduced rolling resistance. The castor has an overall height of 155 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 250 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 500 kg, making it ideal for automotive OEM applications, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting equipment, machine construction, production and platform trolleys, tool cabinets, work benches, and general transport equipment.
Swivel castor 75 mm
The Stylea swivel castor features a square plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem swiveling bearing system that enables smooth directional changes. The wheel assembly consists of a 75 mm diameter polyamide body with matching polyamide tread material, ensuring consistent performance characteristics throughout. The wheel operates on a plain bearing system with integrated spacer tube for enhanced durability and reduced maintenance requirements. The castor has an overall height of 84 mm, making it suitable for compact installations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 50 kg at speeds up to 3 km/h and a static load rating of 100 kg, providing reliable performance for medium-duty mobile equipment and furniture applications requiring smooth manoeuvrability.
Swivel castor with wheel brake 75 mm
The Stylea is a swivel castor with wheel brake designed for industrial applications. The castor features a square plate fitting for secure mounting to equipment bases. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem swiveling bearing system that enables smooth 360-degree rotation. The wheel assembly consists of a 75 mm diameter wheel with a polyamide body and matching polyamide tread material, providing consistent performance characteristics. The wheel operates on a plain bearing system with spacer tube for reliable rotation under load. The complete castor unit measures 84 mm in overall height. Load specifications include a dynamic load capacity of 50 kg at speeds up to 3 km/h and a static load capacity of 100 kg, making it suitable for medium-duty mobile equipment applications requiring directional control through the integrated braking mechanism.
Swivel castor 35 mm
The Stylea swivel castor features a square plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem swiveling bearing system that enables smooth directional changes. The wheel assembly consists of a polyamide body with matching polyamide tread material, providing consistent performance characteristics throughout. The wheel operates on a plain bearing system with spacer tube configuration and measures 35 mm in diameter. The complete castor unit has an overall height of 41 mm, making it suitable for compact installations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 50 kg at speeds up to 3 km/h and a static load rating of 100 kg, ensuring reliable performance under varying operational conditions.
Swivel castor 125 mm
The Alpha swivel castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting to equipment frames. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet and incorporates a two ball races swivel bearing system for smooth directional movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, fitted with a plain bearing for reliable rotation, and measures 125mm in diameter. The castor has an overall height of 161mm, providing optimal ground clearance for various applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 300kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 600kg, making it suitable for automotive OEM, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, post logistic systems, production and platform trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal equipment, and work benches.
Fixed castor 125 mm
The Alpha fixed castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from steel sheet, heavy grade material, providing robust structural integrity and durability in demanding industrial environments. The wheel incorporates a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, ensuring consistent performance characteristics throughout. The wheel operates on a plain bearing system and measures 125mm in diameter for optimal load distribution. The castor has an overall height of 155mm, making it suitable for various equipment configurations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 275kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 550kg, delivering reliable performance for medium to heavy-duty applications requiring fixed directional movement.
Swivel castor with total lock 125 mm
The Alpha swivel castor with total lock features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet material and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and reliable locking functionality. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for rotational movement, with a diameter of 125 mm. The castor has an overall height of 161 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 300 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 600 kg, making it ideal for automotive OEM, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and protection, machine construction, post logistic systems, production and platform trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal equipment, and work benches.
Swivel castor 125 mm
The Alpha stainless swivel castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy grade material and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for reliable rotation. The wheel diameter measures 125mm with an overall height of 161mm. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 300kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 600kg. This castor is specifically designed for demanding applications including catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, and transport equipment where corrosion resistance and reliable performance are essential requirements.
Fixed castor 125 mm
The Alpha stainless fixed castor features a medium rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from stainless steel, heavy grade material, providing exceptional durability and corrosion resistance in demanding environments. The wheel incorporates a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, ensuring consistent performance characteristics throughout, whilst utilising a plain bearing system for reliable operation. The wheel diameter measures 125 mm, contributing to smooth movement across various surfaces. The overall height of the complete assembly is 161 mm, making it suitable for applications requiring specific clearance requirements. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 275 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 550 kg, making this castor ideal for heavy-duty industrial applications where reliable load-bearing performance is essential.
Swivel castor 125 mm
The Alpha swivel castor features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet and incorporates a robust two ball races swivel bearing system for smooth directional movement. The wheel comprises a damping, hybrid material body with a polyamide tread surface, providing excellent durability and floor protection, whilst the roller bearing ensures efficient rotation with minimal friction. With a wheel diameter of 125 mm, the castor has an overall height of 155 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. The dynamic load capacity is rated at 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h, with a static load capacity of 400 kg, ensuring reliable performance across demanding operational conditions in automotive OEM, catering carts, container construction, electronic systems, fire fighting technology, machine construction, logistics, production trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal systems, and work benches.
Fixed castor 125 mm
The Alpha fixed castor features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet material, providing robust structural integrity and durability in demanding industrial environments. The wheel incorporates a damping hybrid material body combined with a polyamide tread surface, mounted on precision roller bearings for smooth operation, with a diameter of 125 mm ensuring excellent manoeuvrability. The castor has an overall height of 155 mm, making it suitable for various equipment configurations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg, making it ideal for automotive OEM applications, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting equipment, machine construction, post logistics, production trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal systems, and work benches.
Swivel castor with total lock 125 mm
The Alpha swivel castor with total lock features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet material and incorporates a robust two ball races swivel bearing system for smooth directional movement. The wheel assembly comprises a damping, hybrid material body with a polyamide tread surface, providing excellent durability and floor protection, whilst the roller bearing ensures efficient rotation under load. With a wheel diameter of 125mm, the castor achieves an overall height of 155mm. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 400kg, making it suitable for automotive OEM, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, post logistic systems, production and platform trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal equipment, and work benches.
Swivel castor 100 mm
The Alpha swivel castor features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet material and incorporates a robust two ball races swivel bearing system for smooth directional movement. The wheel assembly comprises a damping, hybrid material body with a polyamide tread surface, providing excellent durability and floor protection, whilst the roller bearing ensures efficient rotation with minimal friction. With a wheel diameter of 100 mm, the castor has an overall height of 128 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. The dynamic load capacity is rated at 160 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h, with a static load capacity of 320 kg, making it ideal for automotive OEM, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, post logistic systems, production and platform trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal equipment, and work benches.
Fixed castor 100 mm
The Alpha fixed castor features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet material, providing robust durability and structural integrity. The wheel incorporates a damping hybrid material body with a polyamide tread surface, mounted on precision roller bearings for smooth operation, with a diameter of 100 mm. The castor has an overall height of 128 mm, making it suitable for various industrial applications. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 160 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 320 kg, ensuring reliable performance across demanding operational environments including automotive OEM, catering carts, container construction, electronic systems, fire fighting technology, machine construction, logistics systems, production trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal systems, and work benches.
Swivel castor with total lock 100 mm
The Alpha swivel castor with total lock features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet material and incorporates a robust two ball races swivel bearing system for smooth directional movement. The wheel assembly comprises a damping, hybrid material body with a polyamide tread surface, supported by a precision roller bearing for enhanced durability and performance. The wheel diameter measures 100mm, whilst the overall height of the complete assembly is 128mm. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 160kg at speeds up to 4km/h and a static load capacity of 320kg, making it suitable for demanding industrial applications including automotive OEM, catering carts and meal delivery systems, container construction, electronic systems and clean-room technology, fire fighting technology and fire protection, machine construction, post logistic systems, production and platform trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal equipment, and work benches.
Swivel castor 100 mm
The Alpha swivel castor features a small rectangular plate fitting for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from heavy steel sheet and incorporates two ball races for the swivel bearing mechanism, ensuring smooth directional movement and enhanced durability. The wheel comprises a polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, providing consistent performance characteristics, whilst a roller bearing system ensures efficient rotation with minimal friction. The wheel diameter measures 100 mm with an overall height of 128 mm. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 200 kg at speeds up to 4 km/h and a static load capacity of 400 kg, making it suitable for automotive OEM, catering carts, container construction, electronic systems, fire fighting technology, machine construction, logistics systems, production trolleys, roll cages, tool cabinets, transport equipment, waste disposal systems, and work benches.
Linea light
The Linea light swivel castor with wheel brake features a blind hole for B10 fitting system for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem, swivelling bearing mechanism that ensures smooth directional changes and reliable operation. The wheel assembly consists of a 65 mm diameter polyamide body with tread material identical to the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system for consistent rolling performance. With an overall height of 68 mm, this compact castor delivers exceptional load handling capabilities including a dynamic load capacity of 50 kg at speeds up to 3 km/h and a static load capacity of 100 kg. This versatile castor is ideally suited for demanding applications including anaesthesia carts, bedside tables, C-arms, CT scanners, MRI and X-ray equipment, catering carts, computers on wheels, dialysis carts, furniture, media furniture, medication carts, nursing carts, office chairs, professional cleaning carts, ultrasound equipment, and ventilators across hospitals, nursing homes, and retirement facilities.
Linea light
The Linea light swivel castor with wheel brake features a blind hole for B10 fitting system for secure mounting applications. The housing is constructed from durable polyamide material and incorporates a stem, swivelling bearing mechanism that ensures smooth directional changes and reliable operation. The wheel assembly consists of a 65 mm diameter wheel with a polyamide body and tread material that is identical with the wheel body, supported by a plain bearing system for consistent rolling performance. The castor has an overall height of 68 mm, making it suitable for compact installations. Load specifications include a dynamic capacity of 50 kg at speeds up to 3 km/h and a static load capacity of 100 kg, making it ideal for medical equipment including anaesthesia carts, bedside tables, C-arms, CT scanners, MRI and X-ray equipment, catering carts, computers on wheels, dialysis carts, furniture applications, media furniture, medication carts, nursing carts, office chairs, ultrasound equipment, ventilators, and professional cleaning carts in hospitals and nursing facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Advantages of Nylon Castors
Nylon castors are a robust mobility solution designed for demanding applications. Known for their high load capacity and low rolling resistance, these castors excel in environments where durability and efficiency are key. Their hard nylon tread ensures minimal wear and smooth manoeuvring on firm surfaces. With a variety of housing types and mounting options, nylon castors can be tailored to meet a wide range of operational requirements.
TENTE nylon castors offer various benefits:
High Load Capacity - Nylon castors can carry heavy loads with ease thanks to their rigid and durable tread. This makes them ideal for demanding applications that require reliable performance under pressure.
Low Rolling Resistance - The hard nylon tread surface enables smooth and effortless rolling, even under full load. This improves manoeuvrability and reduces the effort required to move equipment.
Exceptional Wear Resistance - Nylon is highly resistant to abrasion and deformation, ensuring a long service life even in continuous operation. Its durability minimizes maintenance and replacement needs.
Chemical and Moisture Resistance - Nylon castors perform well in environments exposed to water, cleaning agents, and many industrial chemicals. This makes them suitable for hygiene-sensitive and industrial settings.
Temperature Tolerance - Withstanding a wide range of temperatures, nylon castors remain functional in both cold storage and warmer working conditions without compromising performance.
Nylon castors are available in a variety of designs to meet the specific demands of industrial, healthcare, and furniture applications. Each type is engineered to deliver targeted performance benefits - ranging from high load capacity and low rolling resistance to excellent durability and chemical resistance. Below are some of the most common types of nylon castors and their key advantages:
Heavy Duty Nylon Castors
Designed for the most demanding industrial tasks, heavy duty nylon castors excel under high loads without compromising rolling performance. Their rigid tread ensures reliable mobility in warehouses, production halls, and distribution centres. These benefits make nylon castors particularly well-suited for heavy duty transport trolleys and more. One example is our Kappa castor – using a DURATECH nylon wheel it can handle loads of to 3,000 kg. Another example is our Omikron twin, equipped with two nylon wheels it is capable of handling loads of up to 15,000 kg.
Nylon Swivel Castors
Nylon swivel castors provide excellent manoeuvrability, allowing to change direction smoothly and effortlessly. They are especially valuable in confined spaces, making them ideal for applications like catering carts, meal delivery systems, professional cleaning care and mobile furniture, where precise handling is required. One example is our Alpha stainless swivel castor – using a stainless steel swivel housing, it can be equipped with a nylon wheel, allowing for a load capacity of 500 kg per castor.
Small Nylon Castors
Small nylon castors are designed for compact furniture and light equipment where space-saving mobility is essential. With wheel diameters starting from just 35 mm, they provide smooth rolling for applications like bedside tables, office furniture, and other lightweight mobile applications. Their hard nylon tread ensures durable performance while keeping the overall height to a minimum, making them ideal for designs where both functionality and a discreet appearance are required.
Fields of Application for Nylon Castors
Nylon castors are chosen wherever high load capacity, low rolling resistance, and long-lasting durability are required. Their robust design makes them a popular choice for industrial, healthcare, and furniture applications, supporting both light duty and heavy duty equipment. In industrial and logistics environments, nylon castors are used for applications like professional cleaning carts, transport equipment, and production and platform trolleys, where smooth maneuvering under heavy loads is essential. Their hard nylon tread ensures minimal wear, even during continuous operation in production and warehouse settings. In healthcare applications, nylon castors are fitted to applications like patient lifters, treatment chairs, and bedside tables, offering reliable and low-maintenance mobility. Their resistance to cleaning agents and moisture makes them well-suited for hygiene-sensitive environments. For furniture and mobile applications, nylon castors are commonly found on applications like catering carts, media furniture and office chairs. They enable effortless repositioning of equipment and furniture, ensuring functional mobility in both professional and commercial settings.